Bounce Back into Work assisting business

After the baby boomers have retired, midway through this century, there are likely to be only 2 people of working age for every person aged 65 years and over. What makes this worse is the low labour force participation rate of older people in Australia. We have a growing group of older people whose talents we will not be able to harness.

There is a very strong business case for employing mature age workers, including the fact that:

• mature age workers will make up an increasing proportion of the workforce from this point forward

• workforce growth will slow to unseen levels over the next 10 years

• mature age workers are as capable as their younger counterparts

• age-balanced workforces are shown to be more stable and productive

Mature age workers bring many positive cultural attributes to a business. They have a good work ethic, are loyal employees, and act as mentors to less experienced workers.

The Bounce Back into Work program can assist your business by putting you in touch with this valuable human resource.

wise workFORCE services

A range of services are available for employers under the Bounce Back into Work program.

These services include:

wise workFORCE activity	Details
Information Events	Vary from door stop talks, breakfasts, and luncheons. See the calendar of wise workFORCE events to see what is happening locally
Workshop Events	Negotiated locally with employer groups (service clubs, business networks, chambers) and is an interactive presentation where through various participatory activities employers analyse and investigate their labour force planning needs
Labour Planning Services	An employer can request a free 3 - 4 hour consultation where a Labour Force and Skills Plan is formulated for their business. Ideally for small to medium sized businesses, especially if they are already experiencing labour supply challenges.
jobWISE Workshops	A one day workshop involving 50 to 80 mature age people looking for work and 20 to 30 employers. Employers attend and detail their needs and outline what their employment expectations are for a 2 hour session around lunch. Great local networking opportunity, as employers also get to meet a wide range of service providers.
jobWISE Group Sessions	Many employers are keen and able to give a little more to the program, and the mature age people looking for work. These employers offer an hour or two to assist in mock interviews, industry panels, talks to groups, or they may arrange workplace tours or work experience placements. Employers also benefit by what they learn from this involvement.
One to One consultations	An employer can request specific assistance in improving their recruitment or retention of mature age workers. This assistance is often about advice, guidance, and networking solutions.
Information Services	An employer can contact a Mature Age Workforce Consultant to access information, further support, and training by calling the 1300 number.

Refer to the wise workFORCE calendar and registration pages for more information about your local activities and to register your interest in an activity.

Finding out more

To find out more about mature age employment issues and support services:

• How other employers have benefited from jobWISE click here
  
  
• The facts and figures about our changing labour market, and industry specific information about skill shortages click here
  
  
• Becoming a jobWISE employer and keep informed about the various support services available click here
  
  
• being a champion for mature age employment click here

Getting involved as an employer

The Bounce Back into Work program assists employers by giving you access to this highly motivated, under utilised human resource; experienced and skilled people who will help you grow your business. 

Beat the skills shortage – and promote your business.

If you would like more information on how you can promote your business and support the Bounce Back into Work program, contact the Bounce Back into Work Co-ordinator:

Michelle Meehan
Telephone: (03)6237-0733
Email: michelle@bettertraining.net.au

or mail to:
GPO Box 5239
Sydney NSW 2000